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Entering week 7 of the 2026 MLB season, top shortstop rankings highlight Elly De La Cruz of the Cincinnati Reds and CJ Abrams of the Washington Nationals as standout players.
The 2026 MLB season is through six weeks. This is the time when players break out of early-season slumps. Certain players are continuing their outstanding production. This is what sets baseball apart from every other sport. Entering week seven, here are the top 10 shortstop rankings in MLB.
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De La Cruz is on the verge of becoming a superstar. He is again displaying his combination of size, power, and speed. He is the driving force behind Cincinnati’s success.
Abrams is off to a blistering start to the season. He’s set the pace to reach 19 home runs and 30 stolen bases for a third consecutive season. Entering the week, he leads MLB shortstops in slugging percentage.
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The top shortstops include Elly De La Cruz from the Cincinnati Reds and CJ Abrams from the Washington Nationals.
Elly De La Cruz is noted for his impressive combination of size, power, and speed, contributing significantly to the Cincinnati Reds' success.
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The rookie is off to a fantastic start. He hasn’t tapped into his potential, but he continues to excel in contact. Entering the week, McGonigle is in the top five, among MLB shortstops, in hits.
Witt Jr. has started the season with the longest home run drought of his career. However, he’s hitting the ball with authority, posting a high OBP, and stealing bases. By season’s end, Bobby Witt Jr. will be the number one MLB shortstop.
Henderson is selling out for power. His start to the season has him among the league’s shortstop leaders in home runs, causing his average and OBP to take a hit. As the season progresses, Henderson’s slash line will improve.
Lopez’s start has aided in the Marlins being near the top of the NL East. He’s making great contact and reaching base at a high rate. Continued production could lead to an NL All-Star appearance.
The veteran has given Houston the leeway to miss its starting shortstop. He’s been making great contact. When Jeremy Pena returns, Correa will shift back to third base.
The veteran is locked in for the NL West-leading Rangers. Seager has done early damage via the long ball. Health is the only thing preventing Seager from finishing the season as a top ten shortstop.
The veteran is streaky, and Swanson is locked in. He’s helped the Cubs to the top of the NL Central. He’s streaky, but he’s on a hot stretch.